FED FED Stereo Analoge camera

Up for auction is a fascinating piece of Soviet optical history: the FED Stereo. Produced in the Ukraine by the FED factory starting in the late 1980s, this is a specialized 35mm camera designed for 3D photography.The camera features a distinctive dual-lens design, capturing two slightly offset images simultaneously on standard 35mm film. It is highly regarded for its robust, heavy build and is considered one of the more sophisticated stereo cameras produced in the Eastern Bloc. The camera operates with an automatic exposure system, making it relatively accessible for hobbyists interested in the world of stereoscopy.Technical Specifications:Camera Type: 35mm Stereo Viewfinder Camera.Film Type: 35mm (standard 135 film).Lenses: Dual matched Industar-81 38mm f/2.8 lenses.Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/16.Focusing: Manual scale focusing with symbols and distance markings.Exposure: Programmed automatic exposure.Origin: Kharkiv, Ukraine (USSR era).Condition Report:Cosmetic: The camera is in excellent aesthetic condition, showing very few signs of wear. The black finish is deep and consistent, and the leatherette is perfectly intact.Optical: Both Industar-81 lenses are clear and free from visible scratches, haze, or fungus. The viewfinder is bright.Mechanical: The shutter fires, and the film advance lever operates smoothly.Note: The accuracy of the automatic exposure system has not been tested with film.... lees verder bij Catawiki